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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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